Question

Mention the types of lakes what are its economic benefits

Answer 1

There are two types of lakes-

a) Natural Lakes

b) Man made Lakes

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Economic benefits of lakes are:

1.Water from the rivers is a basic natural resource, essential for various human activities.

2.The river banks have attracted settlers from ancient times. These settlements have now become big cities.

3.Using rivers for irrigation, navigation, hydro-power generation is of special significance.

4.Rivers are very significant for countries like India where agriculture is the livelihood for a majority of the population.

5.Lakes help to develop tourism and provide recreation.

6.Rivers have been of fundamental importance throughout human history.